Head of Procure-to-Pay

Novocure; Kraków; Híbrido; PLN 288.000 - 360.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Life Insurance

Performance Bonus

Private Medical Care

...and more!

Descripción de la vacante

Novocure Inc. in Kraków seeks an experienced Head of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) to own the global end-to-end P2P function, including Purchasing Operations, Accounts Payable, payments, Travel & Expense, P2P systems support, and Contract Administration.

You will combine strategic direction with practical operational leadership, working with teams in Cracow and stakeholders across regions. The role emphasizes governance, performance metrics, and cross-functional collaboration.

Formación

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business or related field.
• Strong leadership experience in P2P and Finance Operations in multinational environment.
• Experience with ERP and purchasing systems like SAP/SAP Ariba.
• Experience leading P2P system implementations or transformations.
• Ability to develop governance, controls, and performance measures.

Responsabilidades

• Lead the global end-to-end P2P function across Purchasing Operations, Accounts Payable, payments, Travel & Expense, P2P systems support, and Contract Administration.
• Strengthen Purchasing Operations with clear priorities and processes.
• Develop and implement the global P2P strategy, service roadmap, and operating model.
• Lead, coach, and develop managers and team members, with succession planning.
• Establish and monitor SLAs and KPIs and identify improvement opportunities.
• Own and maintain P2P governance, policies, procedures, controls and compliance.
• Act as the senior escalation point for P2P issues and resolve root causes.
• Lead P2P transformation initiatives with Technology on system implementations and automation.

Conocimientos

Leadership

P2P expertise

Stakeholder management

English fluency

Educación

University degree in Finance/Accounting/Business

Herramientas

SAP

SAP Ariba

Descripción del empleo

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Contract of employment, hybrid working model from Cracow office – Fabryczna Office Park (3 days from office, 2 days from home)

JOB SUMMARY:

We are looking for an experiencedHead of Procure-to-Pay (P2P),to take ownership of Novocure’s global end-to-end P2P function, covering Purchasing Operations, Accounts Payable, payments, Travel & Expense, P2P systems support, and Contract Administration.

In this role, you will combinestrategic direction with practical operational leadership, working closely with our teams in Cracow and stakeholders across regions. A key initial priority will be strengthening Purchasing Operations, helping the team manage changing business needs, establish clear priorities, and deliver reliable service.

You will work with existing managers to develop an effective global P2P operating model, strengthen governance and controls, and lead continuous improvement and technology-enabled change. This role calls for a leader who can engage confidently with senior stakeholders, develop managers, and work through detailed process or system issues with the team when needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the global end-to-end P2P function, ensuring consistent, timely, and controlled service delivery across Purchasing Operations, Accounts Payable, payments, Travel & Expense, P2P systems support, and Contract Administration.
• Strengthen Purchasing Operations, establishing clear priorities, responsibilities, and ways of working that support changing business requirements and timely resolution of issues.
• Develop and implement the global P2P strategy, service roadmap, and operating model, reviewing team structures and process ownership with existing managers and stakeholders to improve efficiency and coordination.
• Lead, coach, and develop managers and team members, adapting your approach to their development needs and supporting effective delegation, succession planning, and accountability.
• Establish and monitor SLAs and KPIs, using performance data to identify service gaps, operational risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Own and maintain P2P governance, policies, procedures, work instructions, and controls, ensuring consistent application across regions and compliance with internal control, SOX, audit, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Act as the senior escalation point for P2P issues, working with teams and stakeholders to resolve problems and address root causes, including reviewing detailed processes and system transactions when required.
• Lead the business and functional aspects of P2P transformation initiatives, partnering with Technology teams on system implementations, migrations, enhancements, and automation, while preparing teams for change and maintaining operational continuity.
• Build strong partnerships with Sourcing, Finance, Legal, Compliance, and Technology, aligning priorities, resolving cross-functional issues, and supporting effective purchasing and contract administration processes.
• Communicate performance, risks, and improvement plans to senior leadership and governance forums, and serve as a key contact for internal and external P2P audits.

REQUIREMENTS:

• University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
• Strong leadership experience in P2P and/or Finance Operations within a multinational environment, includingat least 8 years of people leadership experienceand experience leading managers or supervisors.
• Strong practical understanding of end-to-end P2P, with particular depth in Purchasing Operations and a sound understanding of Accounts Payable, payments, Travel & Expense, and related systems support.
• Strong experience using ERP and purchasing systems within P2P, such asSAP, SAP Ariba, or comparable platforms.
• Experience participating in aP2P system implementation, migration, or significant transformation as a business or functional leader, with responsibility for guiding a team through the change.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and implement governance, policies, procedures, controls, and performance measures in a controlled or audited environment.
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with detailed operational problem-solving and translate improvement plans into practical results.
• Strong stakeholder management, presentation, communication, and conflict-resolution skills, including confidence engaging with senior leadership across regions and cultures.
• A collaborative and decisive leadership style, with the ability to develop managers, set clear expectations, prioritise competing demands, and adapt to changing business needs.
• Fluency in English.

PREFERRED:

• Experience supporting a manufacturing, industrial, or other business with physical products and purchasing requirements.
• Experience with contract administration, contract lifecycle management, or related legal and sourcing technology, such as Ariba CLM.
• Demonstrated success in global process standardisation, organisational improvement, automation, or GBS transformation.

ABOUT US:

Novocure is a company with a powerful mission, to extend the lives of people living with some of the most aggressive forms of cancer. Here your work will have a direct impact on patients and those who care about them. Join a team of passionate, collaborative people who support each other, challenge one another, and innovate together. Here, you'll connect, grow, and make a real difference. We’re a company with the drive of a startup and the strength that comes with 25 years of success.

Novocure operates at a rare crossroad, where advanced medical technology converges with cutting-edge biotechnology. We are the only company to develop and commercialize Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields), a proprietary, groundbreaking therapy designed to disrupt cancer cell division. With us you will find a unique combination of laboratory research alongside engineering development of advanced technologies. This fusion of disciplines positions us as true pioneers in oncology innovation, leading a new frontier in the treatment of aggressive cancers.

– innovation

– focus

– drive

– courage

– trust

COMPENSATION:

The annual base salary ranges from288 000 PLN to 360 000 PLN gross yearly.*

This pay range is the range of base pay compensation within which Novocure expects to pay for this role at the time of this posting. Individual compensation within this range depends on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, prior education and experience, job-related knowledge and skills demonstrated.

BENEFITS:

• Life Insurance
• Performance Bonus
• Private Medical Care
• ...and more!

NOVOFLEX – our trust-based hybrid work philosophy

We offer a flexible, trust-based hybrid working model for our office-based roles. Employees are asked to be in the office an average of three days per week, with the flexibility to choose which days work best for them. We understand that life is not always predictable, so if you need to adjust your schedule, such as leaving early, starting late, or working fewer days occasionally, we trust you to balance your time in a way that works for both you and Novocure.